Summer Camp Counselor
Spend this summer in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania and be part of a team that makes a difference in a child's life!
Welcome to Camps Equinunk and Blue Ridge. Since 1920, our traditional summer camps have been at the forefront of resident camping and have served as a summer home to hundreds of campers, staff, and alumni. We are passionate about the camping experience and value the history and traditions that continue to shape us. Equinunk and Blue Ridge campus sits on 400+ magnificent acres of fields and wooded trails and is divided by our 75-acre private spring-fed lake.
Check out our stunning facilities in our 360 tour: https://www.cecbr.com/virtual-tour/
About Camps Equinunk & Blue Ridge
Spending a summer living onsite at camp is much more than just a summer job!!!
The core of Camps Equinunk and Blue Ridge is in the human relationships we make through our WIN philosophy - Wholesome, Inclusive and Nurturing. Camp is an experience that brings everyone together in the most unique ways, we learn to make genuine connections within our camp community. Join us and experience an amazing summer of personal and professional growth while sharing your skills with other staff and campers.
If you have experience teaching specialized activities to children in any of the following areas, this job is for you!
- Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Flag Football, Tennis, Roller Hockey
- Gymnastics (Artistic), Fitness
- Lifeguards, Boat Drivers, Waterski Instructors
- Adventure - High Ropes
- Culinary Arts, Media (Visual Arts), Arts & Crafts, Music Teacher
*Previous camping experience is a bonus!
The EBR Employee Experience
- Become a summer leader who mentors and guides young people into contributing members of our community
- Gain leadership experience that will boost your skills for the rest of your life at home, in school, and in your career
- Experience on the job training through our comprehensive orientation program
- Opportunity to be creative everyday
- Learn new skills and sports in a healthy outdoor environment
- Unique social opportunities to meet people from all over the world
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Specialist staff are assigned to live with a bunk of campers, and will be responsible for caring for them while not working in their activity area
- Specialist staff instruct campers of all ages in their specialist areas and are expected to be actively engaged with the campers
- Required to be able to adapt to different age groups and ability levels for each activity period (usually one hour periods)
- When not assigned to an activity or program area, staff will be required to participate and supervise the campers in their bunk, for evening activities, socials, and event days.
- Specialist staff spend the majority of their time with campers and also play a crucial factor in their health, safety, well-being, and enjoyment while in camp